Paraprofessional, Instructional (Preschool, 5.5 hours/day)

Thank you for considering employment in the Georgetown Public Schools. Our mission is dedicated to educating all students to their fullest potential so that they may become responsible, tolerant, and successful individuals. There is an open position in the Georgetown Public Schools. POSITION: Paraprofessional HOURS PER DAY: Five (5) and half hours LOCATION: Penn Brook Elementary School SUPERVISOR: Classroom teacher and Principal ANNUAL SALARY: Salary and benefits per Georgetown Education Association contract. START DATE: immediately WORK HOURS: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm WORK YEAR: 184 days, the school year & professional development days JOB DESCRIPTION: The individual hired for this position will enjoy working in a preschool environment, show a positive attitude, and be flexible to lend a hand where needed. The successful candidate will have effective interpersonal and communication skills. Specific duties of an Instructional Paraprofessional could include, but not limited to the following: Works with assigned student(s) throughout the school day (including field trips) to implement goals, objectives, instruction, accommodations, and modifications of the individual education programs. Delivers academic instruction designed by special education teacher/liaison and/or classroom teacher for all students. Delivers scripted curriculum programs designed by special education teacher/liaison and/or classroom teacher. Delivers assistive technology programming designed by special education teacher/liaison. Depending on the student/students, the instructional paraprofessional may be required to handle or assist with duties that may include toileting, hygiene, community travel. Prepares, collects, and understands analysis of student data for reporting purposes and adjusting instruction as determined by the special education teacher/liaison. Implements with behavior, emotional and/or social skills support plan(s) and record anecdotal notes as directed by special education teacher and/or the classroom teacher. Assists in collecting work, supervising exams, demonstrating learning strategies, organizational techniques, and other student learning duties as determined by special education teacher and classroom teacher(s). Assists students with activities of daily living as determined by the student’s IEP. Toilet/hygiene training may be necessary. Provides clear and regular verbal and/or written feedback to teachers. Accurately interprets the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students and implements related intervention strategies appropriately including behavior plan, de-escalation techniques, and/or physical intervention as needed. Assists students in performing daily/regular classroom activities and routines. Communicates with other team members, as needed, to obtain necessary student information, and asks clarifying questions to ensure thorough understanding of instructional strategies for students. Keeps work area, data books, materials organized for discrete trial training. Files and sets up data/communication sheets for daily use. Attends all professional development days, both full and half day, as determined by the special education teacher/liaison. No duties will be assigned without proper training for the instructional paraprofessional. RESPONSIBILITES: Have experience working with young children and an understanding of early childhood development Work under the supervision of the classroom teacher and Preschool Director Be flexible Work closely with the classroom teacher to ensure the needs of all students in the classroom are being met Assist the teacher with classroom set up, organization, and establishing classroom routines The candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with teachers, other paraprofessionals, and service providers within the school to provide the best possible education for all students. Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities IDEAL CANDIDATE: Have experience working with students with identified special needs and an understanding of early childhood development Demonstrates and maintains a positive attitude about position and responsibilities. Follows through with all requested tasks and assignments. Demonstrates initiative for own learning to ensure current student centered knowledge. Demonstrated work record to report to work punctually and all assignments during the school day. Be flexible in an early childhood education setting. JOB REQUIRMENTS Associated Degree, preferred, a High School Diploma required Experience working with students age 3-5 Effective interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Able to work cooperatively with others SALARY & BENEFITS Per agreement between the Georgetown School Committee and Georgetown Education Association. Eligible for health insurance Contractual sick days and personal days